Regulatory Signs

Understanding the Bus Stop Reservation Sign

Bus Stop Reservation

Where: This sign may appear on any public road, usually in towns, cities, and areas where public transport services regularly operate.

Purpose: This sign indicates a designated stopping place for buses to pick up and drop off passengers. Only public transport vehicles that belong to the organisation indicated on the sign, for example a specific bus service, are permitted to use this stop. Such a vehicle must display a recognisable emblem, logo, permit disc, or operator identification to show that it is legally authorised.

Action Required by Driver: If you are not driving a bus, you may not stop here, even briefly. Do not pick up passengers, drop passengers, or park in this area unless you are operating an authorised vehicle associated with the displayed organisation.

  • Terminus exception — you may only park or wait at this stop if the sign indicates that it is a terminus, meaning it is the final stopping point on the route.
  • Fines apply — stopping here illegally can obstruct public transport operations and may result in a fine.
Bus stop reservation sign